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lollipop10

7-18-2009 2:30 PM

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lollipop10 says:

Some piles 1000 years or so old!

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7-18-2009 9:55 PM

chestnut501

I'd love to go there...

7-18-2009 10:07 PM

lollipop10

I was so amazed when i watched this program that said they were the original pilings. Beautiful churches etc, still resting on them! But yes, it would be a real experience to go there.

7-19-2009 10:34 AM

Aribeth

I've been there.

7-19-2009 10:34 AM

JohnWaterman

I've been twice. I was young. It was wonderful

7-19-2009 1:56 PM

lollipop10

Ohhh, you guys are just bragging.

Tell us more! What stands out in your minds? Would you go again?

8-3-2009 6:29 AM

David Hughes

How about your picture, lollipop10!? By the way, I've been there too! Wouldn't go again-too expensive and crowded!

8-3-2009 6:12 PM

lollipop10

There ya go David.
You know where i think i'd really like to go? I watched Mama Mia with my daughter, i think it was filmed on Santorini...i think Greece would be gorgeous to go and see.

8-4-2009 11:09 AM

Aribeth

I wasn't bragging.

i think Greece would be gorgeous to go and see.

Yes,Greece is gorgeous!Now I am bragging...

8-5-2009 9:19 AM

lollipop10

bragger!
(that's okay, i am just jealous)
(and i'm off today to have a holiday...not Greece unfortunately, but away!)

8-5-2009 10:30 AM

Aribeth

Have a great holiday!

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